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Capewell introduces the Tactical Aerial Delivery System family of products

13/02/2009

Press releaseIssued by Capewell Systems, LLC and published as received — not written by Airframer’s editors.

Capewell Components Company is proud to announce the signing of a strategic agreement with Ryantech Norway Ltd. for the exclusive manufacture and world-wide sales and marketing rights of the Tactical Aerial Delivery System (TADS). TADS joins Capewell as a natural extension to its strategic aerial delivery family of products.

The Tactical Aerial Delivery System product line is designed for accurate delivery of small vehicles such as snowmobiles, zodiacs, motorbikes and ATVs. Within the TADS product line are three product configurations that are specifically designed for the type of tactical vehicle being delivered. Each of the TADS is equipped with reusable platform materials and features rapid rigging and de-rigging providing a user-friendly solution for a wide variety of cargo. The TADS is flight proven and is designed to work with a variety of custom or off the shelf parachute configurations allowing maximum flexibility to users.

Speaking from the Parachute Industry Association Conference in Reno, Nevada, Mike Voisine, President of Capewell said, "The TADS is a logical solution for Special Operation Forces who need to rapidly deliver motorized vehicles in response to situations in remote locations." Kenneth Knudsen, President of Ryantech Norway Ltd commented, "Capewell's leadership in the field of aerial delivery systems made them a clear choice in this partnership". Both companies were on hand for the announcement in Reno, Nevada.

Capewell is a world leader in the design and delivery of Life Support and Aerial Delivery solutions for commercial and military aviation. The company was founded in 1881 and has been a supplier to military customers for over 125 years. Today, Capewell is a recognized designer and manufacturer of specialized cargo handling equipment, parachute safety equipment, and precision aerial delivery systems to the U.S. military and to customers around the world.

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